Under the current system, those harmed in violent crimes can be paid for medical costs and related expenses, but prostitutes are excluded because their activities are illegal. California is the only state in the nation with such a provision, said Jon Myers, deputy executive officer of the Victim Compensation and Government Claims
Calif. Prostitutes May Gain Victim Compensation
Under the current system, prostitutes harmed in violent crimes can be paid for medical costs and related expenses, but prostitutes are excluded because their activities are illegal.